CNBC Economy / Updates
- China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July on demand slump, typhoons July 31, 2026China's factory activity unexpectedly contracted in July, as the export rush that powered a second-quarter rebound began to unwind.
- U.S. economy slowed to 1.5% growth rate in Q2; June core inflation at 3.3% July 30, 2026While the GDP number was below expectations, the miss appeared to come from a decline in federal government spending and inventories.
- What a divided Fed means for investors July 29, 2026Wall Street has a clear takeaway from this week's Federal Reserve decision: A hike is likely on the horizon.